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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
The coronavirus has been declared a global health emergency by
the World Health Organization.
THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
There is no need
to panic
Not everyone who Good personal hygiene
gets the virus can protect you and
becomes very sick your family
WHAT IS IT?
The coronavirus is a virus, similar to the
common cold or flu.
Symptoms can be very mild for some people,
but can be far more deadly for others.
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
Fever Tiredness
Dry cough Difficulty in breathing
Some people may also have aches and pains, a blocked or runny
nose, a sore throat, or diarrhea.
IS IT DEADLY?
Not everyone
who gets the
virus becomes
very sick.
Most people (about 80%) recover without
needing special treatment.
Around 1 in every 6 people with the virus
becomes seriously ill which could be fatal.
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
HOW DOES IT SPREAD?
The virus is infectious and spreads from people
who are infected to others through:
The air by coughing
and
sneezing
Close personal contact, such
as touching or shaking
hands
Touching an object or surface
with the virus on it, then
touching your mouth, nose, or eyes
without washing your hands
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
CAN I GET IT FROM TOUCHING THINGS?
Yes, sometimes a sick person’s saliva can get onto objects like:
Their hands Doorknobs
Pens
Digital devices like
cellphones and laptops
Food and utensils Stair railings
Don’t touch your face, mouth, nose or
eyes without washing your hands.
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I THINK I HAVE THE VIRUS?
If you have a fever, cough AND have difficulty breathing you should:
Speak to your Share your recent
healthcare practitioner travel history
Avoid contact
Avoid travel with others
WHO IS Anyone who comes into contact with the virus
AT RISK? can get it, BUT older people and those with
underlying medical problems like high blood
pressure, heart problems, low immunity or
diabetes are more likely to develop serious illness.
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
HOW CAN I PROTECT MYSELF AND OTHERS FROM GETTING SICK?
Wash your hands
regularly and thoroughly
for 20 seconds with
soap and water or use an
alcohol-based hand rub
Avoid close contact with anyone who has
fever and cough. Avoid close contact with
other people if you are coughing or have a
fever
Cover your mouth and nose with
your elbow or a tissue when you
cough or sneeze
Only eat well-cooked food,
especially meat and eggs Never spit in public
STAY HEALTHY: Get your flu vaccination
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
HOW CAN IT BE STOPPED?
There are steps that you can take to prevent
getting the virus, and stopping its spread.
At the moment there is
no medicine available to
prevent or treat the virus.
Conventional medicines can
treat the symptoms, helping
to comfort those who are
infected while their immune
systems fight the virus.
The best
option is to
avoid getting
sick in the first
place by:
• Washing your hands • Knowing your HIV status,
and taking your HIV and TB
medication • Getting the flu injection
Wear a disposable face mask if you are ill with
coronavirus or looking after someone who is ill.
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
WHO IS AT GREATEST RISK?
Older people, those with other health conditions and people with
compromised immune systems are likely to be affected more
harshly than others.
Protect yourself
by:
Knowing your status
Taking your medication
Washing your hands thoroughly and
regularly and covering your mouth when
you cough or sneeze
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ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
WHAT CAN I DO TO AVOID GETTING THE VIRUS?
Don’t touch your face, mouth, nose or
eyes without washing your hands.
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